Pd@Na-CMC/g-C3N4: A nanostructured catalyst system based on sodium carboxymethyl cellulose/graphitic carbon nitride hydrogel beads and its performance in the treatment of organic and inorganic pollutants in water

The chemical reduction of organic or inorganic water contaminants is very important for both human health and pollution control. However, challenges still persist in preparing catalysts for chemical reduction, and there is a need for the development of inexpensive, easily synthesized, and effective catalyst systems. In this study, we have synthesized a new palladium nanocatalyst supported on the composite hydrogel beads composed of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (Na-CMC) and graphitic carbon nitride (g-C